We specialise in Acupuncture, Taiqi, Qigong, Qinggong, Meditation, Wellness Retreats, Workshop and O Jing-An The Asian Wellness Sanctuary has done exactly that.
The Jing-an Asian Wellness Sanctuary offers treatments such as Acupuncture, Tui Na Therapy, Bone Setting and Moxibustion. We specialize in Anti Aging, Weight-loss, Stress, Anxiety and Neurological disorders, Infertility in Women and Men, Gynecological issues, Skeletal & Muscular problems, Strokes, Viral infections, Sports injuries and many other common ailments. COMPANY PROFILE
The word, Jing-A
n, literally translates as “Source of Serenity”, which was exactly what Dr Michael Lan envisioned to offer South Africans when he started his business. Jing-An The Asian Wellness Sanctuary was established almost 30 years ago, and continues to offer natural holistic healing solutions, based on the ancient authentic Chinese healing practices he was trained in. Dr Lan saw the need for Western Cultures to embrace a NEW level of awareness within themselves by discovering their Chi (inner strength) and wanted to encourage people to incorporate the ancient art of Chinese Medicine Healing into their lives and to find a balance between Eastern and Western philosophies. HISTORY
Dr Michael Lan is an accomplished traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner by trade and an accomplished Martial Artist highly respected by his peers. Dr Lan has had many years of training in different areas of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Martial Arts, including Acupuncture, Tui-Na Massage & Bonesetting, Moxibustion, Cupping, Chinese Herbs, Tae Kwon Do, Kenpo, Kung Fu, Wing Chun, Wu Shu, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Hsing-I and Pa Kua. He started out studying TCM, which he combined with training in the soft Martial Arts branches over a period of 8 years in South Africa, with further training in London and Beijing. His South African studies also included extensive practical community work in the townships and extensive teaching at the University of Cape Town. Interestingly, Dr Lan actually started out in the hard martial art forms before he commenced his studies. He realized that he was not finding enough peace and balance in the hard systems of his Martial Art training, which is when he decided to specialize in the soft, internal forms such as Tai Chi. He learned Tai Chi, Hsing-I and Pa Kua from a well-known Taiwanese Master, Dr Lin, who in turn learned from the legendary late Professor Cheng Man Ching from China. Prof Cheng was also responsible for introducing Tai Chi in the West in New York during the 60’s and 70’s. Alongside his TCM practice, Dr Lan then went on to spend another 6 years learning the art of Tai Chi, before he started teaching professionally. He started introducing and later popularised Tai Chi as an internal Martial Art system to South Africans, which was round about 1996, and has since given many lectures and workshops on how Tai Chi can help address and alleviate various stress-induced ailments in the body and assist in balancing one’s life. Many South African Health and Wellness magazines and TV programmes has since interviewed Dr Lan for his vast knowledge and expertise. He is also the official representative in South Africa for The World Tai Chi & Qi Gong Federation, and organizes the annual Tai Chi & Qi Gong Day in Cape Town. Unlike Bruce Lee who started with Tai Chi and then went on to train in hard Martial Arts like Wing Chun and Jeet Kune Do, Dr Lan chose Tai Chi as a more complete system, after many years of practicing hard Martial Art forms. He owns a busy TCM Practice and Tai Chi studio in Gardens, Cape Town and gives daily evening classes and Saturday morning classes for both ‘Beginners’ and ‘Advanced’ students. He also offers private classes, training and teachers courses, and provides corporate teambuilding days and workshops. Dr Lan has over the years worked closely with world-renowned Masters from China,Taiwan, Malaysia and the US. Jing-An is also affiliated with the Western Province Chinese School, the Taiwanese Cultural Foundation and the Taiwanese Embassy in South Africa, and has recently also started offering children’s programmes at various private schools in Cape Town. Dr Lan furthermore works closely with a number of Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Medical Doctors and Specialists, who regularly refer patients to him. Over the years, realizing its tremendous healing potential, Dr Lan has focused strongly on making his art more accessible to more people, and has indeed taken the art of TCM and Tai Chi to a whole new level in South Africa. Dr Lan continues to develop his passion and art, and is committed to improving the lives of his patients and clients on a daily basis. BUSINESS MODEL
The Jing-An business model focuses on offering a balanced programme of TCM treatments, alongside the soft Martial Art training, to create a holistic lifestyle offering, which Dr Lan calls the ‘Asian Wellness Sanctuary’. Dr Lan has created a highly successful programme of treatments and classes at Jing-An, which was developed over many years of training and treatment. Many of Dr Lan’s treatments are aimed at treating patients’ ailments and diseases naturally and to help avoid invasive surgical procedures and medicines as far as possible. Many of his treatments have helped Stroke sufferers, Cancer patients, Arthritic and Rheumatic problems, Sports Injuries, Sleeping Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Migraines, Infertility, Asthmatic diseases, Smoking and Drug Addictions and many more. He has also managed to develop a programme of Cosmetic treatments assisting in Weight-loss, Anti-aging and Skin Rejuvenation.
21/10/2022
We hope to see you all on Saturday 29 October at our Open Day at our Wellness Sanctuary in Hout Bay. Going to be a beautiful gathering with a group meditation, tea & chat and wellness pop up shop.
Thank you to those that have already joined our powerful transformational LiuGong Journey.
Far from being just another QiGong class or workshop, when you join this form taught by QiGong & Tai Chi Master, Shirfu Dr Michael Lan, you’ll tap into an ancient & pure teaching that have been passed down from generation to generation to create a contemporary new form that is steeped in tradition - one that carefully harmonizes the spirit, body and mind.
The LiuGong form and it’s philosophy is something that’s not easily found around the world today, even in the Far East where it originated. Sadly, most of these authentic ancient practices have given way to diluted forms that are more focused on physical exercise or showing off the body.
Shifu Dr Michael Lan has developed this personalized QiGong system after 25 years of teaching classical GiGong & TaiChi forms and eventually attaining Master level. He named his form LiuGong after his original family name (in mandarin) and this authentic, sincere practice is powerful enough to transform your life.
LiuGong allows you reconnect with yourself, address ailments like stress, an overly busy mind, fatigue, stagnant energy, and open up and stretch the body, plus strengthen your immune system and internal organs.
The next LiuGong workshop is taking place on Saturday 28 May from 13:00 - 17:30 at Jing-An Wellness Sanctuary in Hout Bay.
If you’re interested to attend or need more information, please visit the link in bio or contact Clement on [email protected].
Bring your own mat and cushion.
Workshop includes a light healthy lunch, snacks and herbal tea.
You’ll also receive a certificate of attendance.
Our next LiuGong Workshop is coming up next Saturday 30 April at our sanctuary in Hout Bay. A few places are still remaining.
Join renowned Qigong Master Dr Michael Lan for an intimate, life transformational afternoon of learning ancient mind-body balancing skills and wisdom through mindful use of the breath, body and mind. Included in the workshop is a certificate of attendance, a healthy organic green smoothie and Buddha bowl.
Contact Clement at the link in bio for more info or to book your place now.
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06/03/2022
Adjacent to our studio you will find Mount Liu Retreat, our private eco-luxe mountain lodge. This allows our international guests to get private one-on-one Tai Chi & Qigong training or acupuncture treatments with Dr Michael Lan at their leisure without venturing too far away from their private mountain suite.
Come relax and unwind with us and choose your healing itinerary. For a retreat or stay at , contact [email protected] . For more information about our private classes contact [email protected]
Link in bio for more info.
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06/03/2022
Adjacent to our studio you will find Mount Liu Retreat, our private eco-luxe mountain lodge. This allows our international guests to get private one-on-one Tai Chi & Qigong training or acupuncture treatments with Dr Michael Lan at their leisure without venturing too far away from their private mountain suite.
Come relax and unwind with us and choose the healing itinerary that will suit your individual needs best. For a retreat or stay at , contact [email protected] . For more information about our private classes contact [email protected]
Link in bio for more info.
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23/08/2021
Spring is around the corner. Time to spring clean (detox) your body and mind. Here are a few ways you can prepare yourself for spring and ease out those winter blues:
🌱Book a package of acupuncture sessions with Dr Michael Lan to prepare your body for the changing of seasons and to build your immune system.
🌱Take up Taiqi Chuan or Qigong. It’s a way to activate your body system and activate those sluggish cells.
🌱Book a one-on-one session with Dr Michael Lan if you have any recurring ailments or health concerns before the seasons change.
🌱Book an appointment at our private wellness sanctuary set high up in the Hout Bay mountains where the air is fresh and the nature abundant.
🌱Book a weekend at our to renew body and soul.
🌱When you visit us, check our new zen range of linen tai chi robes. Soft, easy to move in and cool for summer.
We look forward to having you at Jing-An Wellness Retreat soon.
Zai jian!
23/05/2021
Empower yourself with Master(Shirfu)Michael Lan Liugong workshop this Saturday 29 in Hout Bay. To book your space contact [email protected] Visit www.jing-an.co.za
28/03/2021
Sign up in Dr Master Michael Lan unique and original Liugong workshop on the 24 April at the Mayfair wellness in somerset west. Inviting all yoga,pilates,tai chi,qi gong practitioners!Few space still available! Www.jing-an.co.za -an
26/02/2021
As the Official Organizers of the World Taiqi and Qigong Day in South Africa and The Essence of Taiqi Quan and Qigong federation of South Africa, we have been promoting Taiqi Quan and Qigong to the locals as a form of exercise and healing for the mind, body and spirit and promoting a lifestyle inline with the core principles and essence of these ancient internal Arts.
As we move forward in these challenging times, having a steady practice that enhances your physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing is essential.
Taiqi Quan is said to boost mood, alleviate pain, improve heart health and strengthen the immune system to list but a few, which is very much needed currently and its highly important to protect and give ourselves a better fighting chance in these highly infectious and challenging times.
Jing-An is offering a 90min Saturday Taiqi Quan Group classes taught by Master Dr Michael Lan to facilitate these needs.
The classes are available for indoor or outdoor to comply with the social distancing.
The Class runs from 10am -to- 11:30am, right after your Morning errand, your Jog or your lovely breakfast, Come and enjoy a 90min relaxing and rejuvenating session. Relieving yourself from all the business of the week, boost, balance and revitalize your energies for the new week ahead. Giving yourself a fresh start.
In the week classes may be available should there be a high demand for them,so please, do contact us should you be interested in, in the week group classes
The key to overall wellbeing is in our own hands, as our outcomes of tomorrow are based on our actions of today's. Let's flow towards wellbeing together.
For more info or servations
Contact Clement Lan
0217910659 [email protected]